The practice of law requires not only an understanding of the law but also the skills necessary to put that knowledge into practice. Using helpful real-life examples and practical hints and tips, this text is designed to help prospective practitioners develop the fundamental skills essential to their future careers, namely:
- Writing and Drafting
- Legal Research
- Interviewing and Advising
- Negotiation
- Advocacy
This new edition of Skills for Lawyers has been thoroughly revised and now includes a range of self-test exercises and case studiy examples. Most sections have been expanded and ethical points highlighted with the aim of making the book as practical as possible.
Contents
Part I WRITING AND DRAFTING
WRITING AND DRAFTING
Part II PRACTICAL LEGAL RESEARCH
INTRODUCTION TO PRACTICAL LEGAL RESEARCH
ELECTRONIC VERSUS PRINTED SOURCES
GETTING STARTED
RESEARCHING CASE LAW
RESEARCHING LEGISLATION
RESEARCHING EUROPEAN COMMUNITY LAW
RESEARCHING FORMS AND PRECEDENTS
THE RESULT OF LEGAL RESEARCH
Part III ORAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS
INTRODUCTION TO ORAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS
INTERVIEWING AND ADVISING
NEGOTIATION
ADVOCACY